Download Sedna SE-P41SP User`s manual

SE-P41SP
=== IMPORTANT NOTE ===
Please visit the following website for software update
and last-minute changes to this document
Http://www.skype-phone.net
DISCLAIMER
All contents and specification mentioned in this
manual are subject to change without prior notice.
All brand names and trademarks referenced and
mentioned in this manual are property of their
respective owners.
 The bonus software bundled in this product is
Adware and Spyware free.
 Bonus software was intensively tested to work well
with SE-P41SP on most platforms.
 Bonus software is not covered by the warranty and
technical support policy for SE-P41SP. We held no
responsibility for any damage to your equipment or
information caused by the use of the bonus software.
 In case of a high electrostatic discharge and fast
transient disturbance from the power source, you may
need to reset the device manually by plugging it from
the USB port. Wait for a few seconds before plugging it
to the USB port again.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This product uses the Skype API but is not endorsed or
certified by Skype TM .
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INTRODUCTION
Skype TM is an internet telephone software which provides free PC-to-PC and
low-cost PC-to-Phone service all over the world. Skype also provides superior
voice quality and advanced peer-to-peer technology which works with most
firewalls without special configuration.
The SE-P41SP is a hands-free USB VoIP speakerphone with function keys
dedicated for Skype™. It can be used by both home and business users alike
for convenient and cost-effective VoIP conference calls. The SE-P41SP has
been designed to be portable without sacrificing any audio performance. By
utilizing the latest digital signal processing (DSP) technology, the SkyBlaster
delivers high quality echo free voice calls in executive office, medium-sized
conference room, or any room without a telephone line.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please check whether the package contains the following items. If any item is
missing or damaged, contact the retailer as soon as possible.
SE-P41SP x 1
Driver and application software CDROM x 1
User’s Manual x 1
USB Cable x 1
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATION
Supports USB Plug & Play and hot-plug operation
Compliant with USB 2.0 Full Speed (12Mbps) specification
Compliant with USB Audio Class Specification V1.0
Bus powered. No external power required
Built-in DSP voice processor for full-duplex echo cancellation and noise
suppression
Built-in digital audio amplifier maximizes clarity of conference calls and music
playback
Built-in 3 Watts, 4 Ohms speaker. Frequency response 100Hz to 16KHz
Built-in omni-directional microphone. Frequency response 20Hz to 16KHz
Six function keys dedicated for Skype: Up/Down arrow, Tab, Minimize, Dial and
Hang up
Three digital audio control keys: Speaker volume Up/Down, Microphone mute
LED indicators: Data transfer(Green), Microphone Mute(Red)
3.5mm audio connectors for external microphone and stereo earphone
(not included)
Designed based on Skype Application Programming Interface (API)
Free Middleware, Xear 3D sound software for 3D gaming and virtual
5.1ch surround sound music
Middleware compatible with Skype (for Windows) version 1.2 or above
No driver is needed when listening to music on Windows 98se/Me/2000/XP,
Mac OS/OS X
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
 Pentium-II 233MHz or above, 128MB system memory
 One available USB port
 Approximately 20MB free hard disk space for Skype and
Middleware
 Internet connection
 MS Windows 2000 or XP
 Skype (for Windows) version 1.2 or above
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Step 1: Hardware Installation
Connect SE-P41SP to a USB port of your computer.
Connect the headphone to SE-P41SP.
Windows detects SE-P41SP and begins driver installation automatically:
Step 2: Install Skype Software
Make sure your computer is connected to the internet.
If Skype has been installed on your system and you have applied for a
Skype account, go to Step 4
Download Skype for Windows on http://www.skype.com.
Install and run Skype software.
Step 3: Apply for Skype User Account and Service
Apply for a Skype user account from the installed Skype software for free
PC-to-PC calling. For optional PC-to-Phone calling, you would need to buy
SkypeOut credit and SkypeIn telephone number for Phone-to-PC calling.
Step 4: Install SkyBlaster Middleware
Middleware is an application software running in the background.
It sends SE-P41SP function key commands to Skype, and passes Skype
status back to the USB audio device. At the time of this writing, SE-P41SP
Middleware supports Skype version 2.0. Upgrade for future Skype version is
available on this website:
http:www.skype-phone.net
If you want to install a downloaded copy of Middleware, decompress
the ZIP file to a temporary folder on your hard disk. If you install from the CDROM,
open Windows Explorer and change to the CDROM folder “\SE-P41SP”.
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The install package contains
several files.
Double click on the Setup icon
[Setup.exe] or [Setup] to begin
installation.
Follow the instruction step by step.
Then start up the Middleware.
If Skype is running, it will display the
following dialog box asking you for
permission to let the Middleware
access Skype.
Select [Allow this program to use Skype]
and then click on [OK] button:
Installation completed. If Skype is
running and connected to the internet,
The Middleware icon on
Windows task bar is in green color.
It turns to grey color if Skype is offline
or not running. To stop the
Middleware, right click on the task
bar icon and select 'Exit'.
Skype also indicates with the following
icon if an external program, such as
P41SP Middleware, connects with
Skype through Skype API.
Run [Setup.exe] again if you want to
upgrade, repair, or remove the
Middleware.
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Step 5: Configure Skype Audio Setting
To configure Skype to use SE-P41SP as the audio device, follow these steps:
Select [Tools] from Skype pull-down menu.
Click on [Options…]
(1) Click on [Sound Devices] category on the left
(2) Select [C-Media USB Headphone Set]
(or Generic USB Headphone Set) for
Audio In and Audio Out
(3) Select PC sound card or onboard
audio device for Ringing
(4) If onboard audio device is not
available for ringing,
check the box [Ring PC speaker]
(5) Check the box [Enable automating
sound device settings adjustment].
Uncheck it only when automatic
setting has problem
(6) Click on [Save] button
Step 6: Verify USB Audio Device Settings
To obtain optimal sound quality of the microphone attached to SE-P41SP,
follow these steps to verify microphone settings:
Double click on the Speaker icon on Windows task bar:
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(1) On Volume control panel,
select [Option] from pull-down
menu
(2) Select [Properties]
(1) Set Mixer device to
[C-Media USB Headphone Set]
(or Generic USB Headphone Set)
(2) Select [Recording] in 'Adjust volume
for' section
(3) Click on [OK] button
(1) Make sure the box [Mute] is
unchecked.
(3) Click on [Advanced]
button
Uncheck the box [1 AGC]
Click on [Close] button
Step 7: Configure Windows Default Audio Device
When SE-P41SP is connected to the PC, Windows may select it as the default
audio device for all application software. However, you may prefer to use the PC
sound card or onboard audio device and loud speaker for gaming or listening to music.
In this case, follow the instruction below to change Windows default audio device:
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(1) Click on [Start] menu
(2) Choose [Settings]
(3) Click on [Control Panel]
Click on [Sound, Speech,
and Audio Devices] icon
Click on [Sounds and Audio Devices] icon
(1) Click on [Audio] tab menu
(2) Select default device for sound playback.
Note that audio device name varies on
different platforms, therefore the device
name in the circle(2) shown below
may be different from yours
(3) Click on [OK] button.
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OPERATION
Function Key Usage
UP:
Scroll up key for
contact list selection
DIAL:
call Skype contacts
or answer calls
DOWN:
Scroll down key for
contact list selection
TAP:
Toggle Skype tap
menu items
HANG UP:
Hang up
or reject calls
MINIMIZE:
Minimize Skype window
VOL UP:
Increase speaker volume
VOL DOWN:
Decrease speaker volume
MIC MUTE:
Toggle microphone mute.
When active, the Mic mute
LED will light up
Mic In
USB Port
**When Skype is minimized, press any key (except Minimize,
Hang up, Volume and Mute control keys) to pop up Skype window.**
Self test using Skype Call Testing Service
Echo123 is a Skype built-in service that
allows you to test and see if your headset
speakers and microphone are working
properly. Simply type “echo123” in the
address bar at the bottom of Skype or
add it to your contacts. Calling echo123
will launch an automated testing robot
that allows you to record and
playback sound.
If you're able to hear your own voice,
then you have configured Skype
correctly. If you can hear the message
but not your own voice, then something
wrong with your audio settings.
Please refer to INSTALLATION GUIDE
and TROUBLESHOOTING sections,
or visit http://support.skype.com for help.
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Headphone
BONUS SOFTWARE
Xear 3D Sound Driver
Xear 3D Sound Technology offers an immersive virtual 5.1 Ch and 7.1 Ch sound
field to the users of USB 2-channel audio device, such as SE-P41SP.
Xear 3D installation package and
document are located in this CDROM
folder: \xear3d
For future software release, visit
http://www.drivers-download.com/xear3d
Screen shot:
SAM
SAM is an answering machine software for Skype users. When you are away from
your PC and there is no one to answer your incoming Skype calls, SAM will pick up
the call, play a greeting message and the "all-time classic beep" so that the calling
party will leave a voice recorded message.
SAM installation package and document are located in this CDROM
folder: \sam
SAM website: http://www.freewebs.com/skypeansweringmachine/index.htm
Screen shot:
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem: Function Keys cannot control Skype
Solution: Follow these steps to make
sure Skype privacy setting is correct.
(1) Select [Tools] from Skype
pull-down menu Click on
[Options…]
(2) Click on [Privacy] on the left.
Then click on [Manage other
programs' access to Skype.]
Click on [CMSKYPE.EXE],
then click on [Change] button.
Select [Allow this program to
use Skype], then click on
[OK] button.
Quit and then restart Skype
Problem: When making/answering a call, voice comes from
PC sound card instead of SE-P41SP
Solution: There is problem on Skype audio settings. Refer to Step 5 ~ Step 6 on
section 'INSTALLATION GUIDE' for help.
Problem: I want to use PC sound card to play games or listen to music.
But the sound comes from SE-P41SP instead of PC sound card.
Solution: There is problem on Windows default audio settings.
Refer to Step 7 on section 'INSTALLATION GUIDE' for help.
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